ISSUE #3 12th February 2015 CHANGE There is always great excitement, a little trepidation and a sense of nervousness when something new is about to start. For three weeks now the Year 7 students have proudly worn their High School uniforms. They are adjusting to a change of pace, procedures and expectations when moving from one sub-school to another. They are excited about the variety of subjects, moving around the school by themselves, accessing the canteen when they like and enjoying the different opportunities they have, especially in the practical subjects such as Art, Drama, Industrial Technology and Music. Their Form teachers speak very fondly of them already and have been encouraged by their mature attitudes and willingness to support and welcome new students into the school. In just over a week they will head off on camp to Luther Heights for three days of fabulous activities and great fun as they get to know their teachers and each other just a little better. One of the focus times on camp is the devotions and Bible teaching segments that occur each morning and evening. This year Mrs Fowles will be sharing the Gospel with the students, and for some this will be a first as she introduces them to the Good news of Jesus Christ and His gift of Salvation. Term one has begun at a cracking pace for staff and students alike with much already happening across the school. We as a school feel blessed by the quality of teachers that God has brought to work here in 2015. Staff who have a passion for seeing our students reach their potential and grow them to all God wants them to be. Staff are available to you should you have a concern or question that needs to be answered about your child. Before we know it these same Year 7 students will be on the stage, shaking hands as they graduate Year 12 and our junior Primary students will be the ones moving into the Middle School. Until then, let’s enjoy what 2015 has to offer. In this issue Important Dates Primary News Voc Ed News Other News Safety Policies Front Office 3897 2990 Primary Absentee 3897 2793 Secondary Absentee 3897 2792 Phone Numbers Liz Scheu - Head of Middle School Luther Heights Campground
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SAFE BUS BEHAVIOUR – (To be reinforced by Parents please)
BEHAVIOUR
ACTIONS REQUIRED
Respect other people and property
Treat other people and their possessions with respect.
Follow the teacher & driver’s directions without argument.
Do not cause damage to the bus in any way.
Wait for the bus in an orderly manner
Wait well back from the bus (2m+) until it stops.
Stand quietly without calling out or shouting.
DO NOT play with balls on footpath.
Do not push other people in the line.
Whilst on the bus, conduct yourself in an orderly manner
STUDENTS SHOULD:
Always follow instructions from the teacher/ driver about safety on the bus.
Sit properly on a seat if one is available (in an allocated seat if directed by the teacher/ driver).
Stay seated – do not move around the bus.
Always wear a seat belt if bus fitted with seat belts.
Store bags under the seat or in appropriate luggage areas.
Speak quietly and not create unnecessary noise. STUDENTS SHOULD NOT:
Bully other students.
Place feet on the seat.
Fight, spit or use offensive language.
Throw any article around or from the bus.
Consume food or drink (except water).
Allow any part of their body to protrude out of the bus windows.
Stand forward of the front seat.
Use designated stops Get on and get off the bus at the correct designated stop.
When getting off the bus, do so in an orderly manner
Wait until the bus stops before standing to get off.
Get off the bus in a quiet and orderly fashion.
When you get off the bus, take two (2) big steps away from the bus.
If an article is dropped under the bus DO NOT retrieve it.
Never cross the road in front of or behind the bus; wait until the bus has moved away and it is safe to cross the road.
In case of an emergency or a breakdown, follow the driver’s directions
Wait until the bus stops before standing to get off.
Leave the bus in a quiet and orderly fashion.
Wait in the area indicated by the driver.
DANGER: If you can touch the bus, the driver may not see you and you are in danger.
NOTES:
1. If at possible – children NOT to cross road after getting off bus (try to drop off/pick up on same side as bus). 2. If not possible – teach child how & where to cross road, for example: (a) after bus has moved away, look to the right, then left, then right again - and then cross if clear; (b) if possible use Lights / Pedestrian crossings to cross road). 3. Continually reinforce rules. 4. Be alert to non-regular situations – for example, if raining & parent stops on opposite side of road to usual.